I love being outdoors. I am happiest when I am hiking, camping, fishing, at the beach, gardening or some such thing. When I am outside my spirit feels calmer...more at peace.

I really can't stand to be inside...I always feel caged and trapped, sort of claustrophobic (no matter how large or small the space is). Sometimes it is ok, can be nice and cozy but for the long haul...yuck. Unfortunately inside is where I spend most of my time. Being outside is wonderful...getting there is the difficult part. I even have trouble getting my dog out for a walk. Being in the city does not help as I always feel like I am on overload.

We are talking about buying a home next year and are seriously considering going east of the mountains (or more accurately, to the mountains), almost to the Canadian border. About 20-30 minutes outside of a mid-sized town. We both like the idea of being able to go outside and see nature as opposed to skyscrapers.